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What is the primary reason most immigrants are accepted into Canada?
What is the primary reason most immigrants are accepted into Canada?
- Economic benefit (correct)
- Cultural exchange
- Humanitarian grounds
- Social reasons
What are the three main classes/categories immigrants may apply to in Canada?
What are the three main classes/categories immigrants may apply to in Canada?
- Economic, adventure, and family
- Cultural, political, and family
- Student, worker, and refugee
- Economic, family, and humanitarian (correct)
What has increased scrutiny on Canada's immigration system in recent years?
What has increased scrutiny on Canada's immigration system in recent years?
- Post-pandemic challenges (correct)
- Increased acceptance rates
- Political stability
- Global immigration trends
Which factor describes reasons that compel individuals to leave their home country?
Which factor describes reasons that compel individuals to leave their home country?
What does Canada's Policy of Multi-culturalism emphasize?
What does Canada's Policy of Multi-culturalism emphasize?
What is a significant challenge that Canada faces regarding immigration?
What is a significant challenge that Canada faces regarding immigration?
What percentage of Canadians are foreign born according to recent census data?
What percentage of Canadians are foreign born according to recent census data?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as a reason why many immigrants want to come to Canada?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as a reason why many immigrants want to come to Canada?
In which year did Canada welcome approximately 485,000 immigrants?
In which year did Canada welcome approximately 485,000 immigrants?
Which Asian factor is currently a leading source of immigrants to Canada?
Which Asian factor is currently a leading source of immigrants to Canada?
What is the primary goal of Canada's immigration system as discussed in the content?
What is the primary goal of Canada's immigration system as discussed in the content?
What does the net migration rate help to determine?
What does the net migration rate help to determine?
Which of the following is a push factor in immigration?
Which of the following is a push factor in immigration?
How many record immigrants have arrived in Canada in recent years?
How many record immigrants have arrived in Canada in recent years?
What is the significance of the Policy of Multiculturalism established in 1971?
What is the significance of the Policy of Multiculturalism established in 1971?
What do push factors refer to in the context of immigration?
What do push factors refer to in the context of immigration?
What is one way immigrants contribute to the economy?
What is one way immigrants contribute to the economy?
Which of the following is a potential issue regarding Canada's immigration system?
Which of the following is a potential issue regarding Canada's immigration system?
In what way can immigration positively affect international relations?
In what way can immigration positively affect international relations?
What concern is raised about the immigration system regarding fairness?
What concern is raised about the immigration system regarding fairness?
Which of the following is NOT a stated benefit of immigration?
Which of the following is NOT a stated benefit of immigration?
Which of the following is considered a pull factor for migrating to Canada?
Which of the following is considered a pull factor for migrating to Canada?
What does the emigration rate represent?
What does the emigration rate represent?
Which example best illustrates a foreign push factor?
Which example best illustrates a foreign push factor?
What is required for an immigrant in the Economic Category to qualify for immigration to Canada?
What is required for an immigrant in the Economic Category to qualify for immigration to Canada?
Which of the following is NOT a pull factor for migration to Canada?
Which of the following is NOT a pull factor for migration to Canada?
What defines the net migration rate?
What defines the net migration rate?
Which of these factors is commonly cited as a push factor in migration?
Which of these factors is commonly cited as a push factor in migration?
Which of the following does NOT describe a common pull factor for migrating to Canada?
Which of the following does NOT describe a common pull factor for migrating to Canada?
What is one requirement for a family member to sponsor someone for immigration in Canada?
What is one requirement for a family member to sponsor someone for immigration in Canada?
What is the primary basis for the refugee category in Canadian immigration?
What is the primary basis for the refugee category in Canadian immigration?
What socio-demographic challenge is Canada currently facing?
What socio-demographic challenge is Canada currently facing?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a reason for persecution that refugees might face?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a reason for persecution that refugees might face?
What is Canada's fertility rate as mentioned, and how does it relate to the replacement level?
What is Canada's fertility rate as mentioned, and how does it relate to the replacement level?
Which group of people is specifically mentioned as having fled to Canada due to persecution?
Which group of people is specifically mentioned as having fled to Canada due to persecution?
Why do some demographers believe Canada needs immigrants?
Why do some demographers believe Canada needs immigrants?
What is the promise a family sponsor must make when sponsoring an individual?
What is the promise a family sponsor must make when sponsoring an individual?
In what way do immigrants contribute to Canadian society?
In what way do immigrants contribute to Canadian society?
What is one mutual obligation of new immigrants in Canada?
What is one mutual obligation of new immigrants in Canada?
How does the increasing diversity impact Canadian politics?
How does the increasing diversity impact Canadian politics?
What is the significance of acquiring citizenship for immigrants?
What is the significance of acquiring citizenship for immigrants?
Which of the following cultural practices is celebrated in Canada?
Which of the following cultural practices is celebrated in Canada?
What concern do some Canadians have regarding increasing immigration?
What concern do some Canadians have regarding increasing immigration?
What was one contributing factor to the decline in citizenship rates among recent immigrants?
What was one contributing factor to the decline in citizenship rates among recent immigrants?
Which statement reflects a common attitude toward immigrant inclusion in Canadian society?
Which statement reflects a common attitude toward immigrant inclusion in Canadian society?
Flashcards
Immigrant
Immigrant
Someone who moves to a new country with the intention of settling there permanently.
Pull factors
Pull factors
Reasons that attract people to a country.
Push factors
Push factors
Reasons that cause people to leave their country.
Policy of Multiculturalism
Policy of Multiculturalism
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Immigration Rate
Immigration Rate
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Emigration Rate
Emigration Rate
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Net Migration Rate
Net Migration Rate
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Desired Migration
Desired Migration
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Canadian Multiculturalism
Canadian Multiculturalism
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Economic Immigrants
Economic Immigrants
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Family Class Immigrants
Family Class Immigrants
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Points-based immigration system
Points-based immigration system
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Minimum points requirement
Minimum points requirement
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Economic immigration
Economic immigration
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Economic Benefits of Immigration
Economic Benefits of Immigration
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Cultural Enrichment through Immigration
Cultural Enrichment through Immigration
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Canada's Immigration System
Canada's Immigration System
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Issues Surrounding Canada's Immigration System
Issues Surrounding Canada's Immigration System
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Immigration Canada (Pop.) Quiz #2
Immigration Canada (Pop.) Quiz #2
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Family Category (Canadian Immigration)
Family Category (Canadian Immigration)
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Refugee Category (Canadian Immigration)
Refugee Category (Canadian Immigration)
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Fertility Rate
Fertility Rate
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Aging Population
Aging Population
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Old Dependents
Old Dependents
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Why Canada Needs Immigrants?
Why Canada Needs Immigrants?
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Natural Increase
Natural Increase
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Death Rate Exceeding Birth Rate
Death Rate Exceeding Birth Rate
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How do immigrants contribute to innovation?
How do immigrants contribute to innovation?
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How do immigrants impact the economy?
How do immigrants impact the economy?
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How do immigrants create markets?
How do immigrants create markets?
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What is the general attitude towards immigration in Canada?
What is the general attitude towards immigration in Canada?
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How does immigration influence Canadian culture?
How does immigration influence Canadian culture?
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What are the responsibilities of immigrants in Canada?
What are the responsibilities of immigrants in Canada?
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Why is there a decline in immigrants becoming citizens?
Why is there a decline in immigrants becoming citizens?
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What is the significance of citizenship?
What is the significance of citizenship?
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Study Notes
Canada's Changing Population
- Canada has been welcoming immigrants for over 500 years
- Canada is a land of immigrants, with citizens hailing from nearly 200 countries
- In recent years, approximately 450,000 immigrants arrive annually in Canada
- This influx is partially due to Canada's aging population and workforce needs
- Many immigrants are drawn by pull factors like Canada's multicultural policies, established in 1971
- Push factors include difficulties in people's home countries, such as economic hardship, political instability, violence, or lack of opportunities
- Canada's immigration and cultural diversity offer both opportunities and challenges for the communities.
Immigration and Canada
- An immigrant is someone who moves to settle permanently in a new country
- Approximately one in four Canadians are foreign-born
- Immigration officials handle applications and background checks
- The economic category of immigration (skilled workers) makes up over 60% of all immigrants
- Other immigrants are accepted for family reunification or humanitarian reasons (refugees)
- The number of people who wish to immigrate to Canada far exceeds those who get accepted
- Significant delays in processing applications occur
Canada's Immigration System
- There are three main categories: economic, family, and refugee
- Applicants must meet certain criteria and score a minimum amount of points on a points-based system for consideration in the economic category
- The economic category of immigration is based on skills and is dependent on formal schooling, language skills, work experience, and age
- The family category is for family reunification and the refugee category is for humanitarian reasons
- It has been noted that the number of immigrants is expected to drive economic progress
Immigration Contributions
- Immigrants contribute to the Canadian economy by creating businesses, jobs, and providing services
- Immigrants also contribute through increased tax revenues
- Immigrants provide diverse cultural enrichment and boost international relations
- There are various viewpoints on immigration, resulting in some concern about population growth, and loss of cultural values, among a section of Canadians
Issues Surrounding Canada's Immigration System
- Is the immigration system working effectively?
- Is the immigration system too costly?
- Is the system biased towards specific countries of origin?
- Does the influx of immigrants increase housing costs?
- Is the immigration system fair to all immigrants?
Canada's Needs and Immigration
- Canada's birth rate is falling below replacement levels (2.1 children per woman)
- The number of Canadians of working age is declining
- Canada is increasingly reliant on immigration
- This presents economic gains (increased workforce, boosting productivity)
- Canada's diversity is a source of pride, but also raises new concerns and challenges.
Immigration Statistics (2023)
- Top 10 countries of origin for permanent residents include India, China, Philippines, Afghanistan, Nigeria, etc.
- Number of New Permanent Residents in 2023 is provided in the document.
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Explore the complexities of Canada's immigration history and its current trends. Understand the reasons behind immigration, the diversity it brings, and the challenges that accompany it. This quiz will provide insights into Canada's cultural landscape shaped by immigrants from around the world.
